The minister for Natural Resources and Tourism, Ms Angella Kairuki, has announced significant changes to the tourism license fee structure for tour operators as she seeks to trim down on the costs of doing business and boost the number of tourists. The new measure will see a 50 percent reduction of the annual Mount Kilimanjaro […]
Starting April 1st, 2024, TANAPA will implement new fees for tourist vehicles, categorized by weight. Vehicles weighing from 0 to 2 tons will be charged TZS 20,000, excluding VAT, in line with current 2024 TANAPA tariffs. Extended vehicles weighing from 2 tons up to 3.5 tons will be charged the fee applicable to vehicles weighing […]
The Tanzania Association of Tour Operators (TATO) is set to make a vibrant presence at ITB Berlin 2024, the world’s leading travel trade show, scheduled from March 5th to 7th. Alongside 20 co-exhibitors who are members of TATO, the organization aims to spotlight Tanzania’s diverse tourism offerings and forge valuable connections with industry professionals. Located […]
On 7th March 2024, the Zanzibar Commission for Tourism (ZCT) issued a notice to all tourism businesses and visitors during the holy fasting month of Ramadhan 2024. The Zanzibar Commission for Tourism requests collaboration from all tourism businesses to ensure a respectful atmosphere for both residents and visitors in Zanzibar. This period is one of […]
TANZANIA: The Tanzania Wildlife Management Authority (TAWA) has received a total of 125 tourists at the World Heritage Park of Kilwa Ruins on the island and Songo Tower. According to TAWA, the recent visits of tourists to the various attraction sites in the country is due to President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s initiative-‘The Royal Tour’ that […]
Tanzania`s tourism sector has earned the country 3,3 billion US dollars (about 8.25tri/-) as of December last year, thanks to the Royal Tour film starred by President Samia Suluhu Hassan. According to the Parliamentary Committee on Land, Natural Resources and Tourism, the earnings are equivalent to 25 per cent of all foreign exchange in the […]
Uganda and Zanzibar have been named among the UK`s Bradt Guides`15 best places to visit in the world in 2024. Founded in 1974, Bradt Guides is one of the world`s leading publishers of travel guides. The archipelago of Zanzibar was ranked as one of the best destinations for winter sun in 2024. “With its enticing […]
THE newly appointed installed Conservation Commissioner for Tanzania National Parks (TANAPA), Musa Kuji has been a tall order to make sure tourist arrivals reach three million in 2024. The tourist arrivals target for 2024 is among 14 directives given to the new TANAPA boss by the Minister for Natural Resources and Tourism, Angellah Kairuki during […]
Tourism grew swiftly last year in both revenue and visitor numbers, driven by steady economic recovery from ravages COVID-19. Read more; https://www.thecitizen.co.tz/tanzania/news/national/tourism-grows-swiftly-as-economy-steams-ahead-4484702
Zanzibar is set to break the ground in East African tourism with the construction of the Montuli, a luxurious seven-star hotel on the idyllic island of Pemba For more read; https://www.thecitizen.co.tz/tanzania/zanzibar/zanzibar-unveils-plans-for-east-africa-s-first-seven-star-hotel-4483878
Tanzania Association of Tour Operators (TATO) has stepped up an emergency relief valued at $51,200 to victims of deadly mudslides that rocked Katesh township in Hanang’ District, Manyara Region, Tanzania, early December 2023. It rained cats and dogs in Katesh and its environs on the day, leading part of the nearby Mount Hanang to collapse, […]
120+ members from nearly 267 tour companies participated in the 40th AGM held at Gran Melia Hotel in Arusha.Corporate social responsibility must be scaled up through TATO – is a key resolution reached.Six new board members elected.Collaboration with the government remains the beacon of tourism industry’s growth. The 40th Annual General Meeting of the Tanzania […]
In a landmark event, the Tanzania Association of Tour Operators (TATO) celebrated its 40th anniversary at the 40th Annual General Meeting (AGM) on November 28, 2023, unveiling a revitalized logo under the astute leadership of Chairman Wilbard Chambulo. The momentous occasion, held in Arusha and attended by industry stakeholders and government officials, highlighted TATO’s unwavering […]
Tanzania continues to dilly-dally on the operationalisation of the East African single tourist visa, which would make the region a single tourist destination. Dodoma is still reluctant to be part of the East African community (EAC) Single Tourist Visa (STV) on grounds that the bloc is yet to address security and financial implications of the […]
WHENEVER President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s name is mentioned, the image of peace and reconciliation spirit in Tanzania will automatically come into your mind. In two years since she took over the office, Dr Samia introduced the 4Rs philosophy (Reconciliation, Resilience, Reforms and Rebuilding) to maintain peace and stability in the country. The Head of State […]
